A stellar midcentury modern home — built by one of the style’s master architects, A. Quincy Jones — was just listed for sale.
Asking a modest (by Los Angeles standards) $1,850,000, the 1940s home played a pivotal role in the evolution of midcentury modern architecture in Los Angeles, paving the way for future designs that would define the city’s architectural identity.
Encapsulating A. Quincy Jones’ design philosophy — the architect was known for his innovative modernist buildings and for urban planning that pioneered the use of greenbelts and green design — the house at 2362 Stanley Hills Drive in Hollywood Hills backs up to a protected wildlife sanctuary, with sweeping greenbelt views from every room.
The midcentury modern house pairs architectural prestige with an equally impressive location. It’s set in the cultural hub of Laurel Canyon, famous for attracting musicians, artists, and counterculture figures since the 1960s and 70s, including names like Jim Morrison, Joni Mitchell, and Frank Zappa. Let’s take a closer look, shall we?
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A newly listed architectural home
Fresh on the market for $1,850,000, the 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home has 1,400 square feet of living space, and boasts an open, multi-level floor plan.
Gina Michelle and George Ouzounian of The Agency hold the listing.
Designed by famed architect A. Quincy Jones
As the first major work of Jones’ career, the Stanley Hills Drive house played both a pivotal role in the evolution of the city’s midcentury modern architecture and in advancing the architect’s career — who went on to design countless homes throughout Los Angeles and Palm Springs, as well as a number of university campus buildings and larger office buildings.
These include the IBM Aerospace Headquarters in Westchester, California, several notable buildings on University of California campuses, and “Sunnylands,” the 200-acre Rancho Mirage estate and 32,000-square-foot home of late publisher Walter Annenberg.
Showcasing the architect’s innovative use of steel, concrete, and glass
A. Quincy Jones’ innovative use of steel, concrete, and glass in the design creates a sense of openness and lightness, while the minimalist lines and geometric shapes reflect the clean, modern aesthetic that was revolutionary at the time.
The home has an open, multi-level floorplan
The open, multi-level floor plan was designed to integrate seamlessly with its natural surroundings, with large windows and sliding glass doors that create a flowing connection between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Design elements include vaulted ceilings, glass partitions
The home has vaulted ceilings in the upstairs bedrooms and office, a high ceiling in the living room, and elegant wood floors throughout, with glass partitions in select areas of the house.
It also has two wood-burning fireplaces
There are two wood-burning fireplaces throughout the 1,400-square-foot home, as well as a dual-zone HVAC, a Viking range, and a large basement offering additional storage.
The bedroom has a dramatic ceiling
The primary bedroom has a dramatic vaulted ceiling, with a row of windows lining an entire wall.
The charming home office has tilted windows
Also boasting vaulted ceilings, the home office has a unique design that includes tilted windows.
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Serene outdoor areas
The expansive glass windows open up to a few serene outdoor areas, with ample space for outdoor dining, grilling, or entertaining.
With enhanced privacy
Completely shielded from prying eyes, the outdoor areas hark back to Jones’s green design philosophy, creating a peaceful retreat from the bustling energy of Los Angeles.
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